- #1 The Fruit of Grisaia
97% matchVery Positive93% of 1,095 reviews2015
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 127.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
SIX FRUITS BARE THEIR FANGS AT THE WORLD. --The academy was their orchard. In this place of learning, protected by high walls from the outside world, there arrived a single young man who'd lost his purpose in life. He'd lost sight of what he wanted to protect.
Why similar: Visual Novel 49.9%, Anime 40.2%, Great Soundtrack 4%, Casual 3.3%, Adventure 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, it balances character-driven romance with a deeper, darker narrative and high-quality production values.
- #2 eden*
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,041 reviews2015
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 60.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A tale of the planet's final love story told using the full force of minori's critically acclaimed illustrative style, engaging musical compositions, and the highly talented staff that has led fans coming back for more every single time!
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.8%, Anime 43.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Adventure 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title shares the melancholic, atmospheric storytelling and beautiful art style found in the seed game.
- #3 Adabana Odd Tales
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,033 reviews2020
Dev: Liar-softPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 52.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"This is a tale of 'flowers' that never bloom." Shirohime, a girl who has lost her memory, and Kurofude, a mysterious boy, traverse through classic Japanese fairy tales within the land of Adabana, a realm of illustrated books. What awaits them after they mend the distorted tales?
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.7%, Casual 18.1%, Anime 17%, Adventure 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly artistic and narrative-focused experience that blends traditional storytelling with unique visual flair.
- #4 If My Heart Had Wings
95% matchVery Positive92% of 4,609 reviews2014
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An animated visual novel of a lovely and bittersweet tale of youth, you play as Aoi Minase in this romantic-comedy as he meets various young girls in his hometown and works together with them to revive their school’s glider-flying “Soaring Club” in order to realize their shared dream of flight.
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.8%, Anime 37.8%, Casual 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%, Adventure 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic indie visual novel that excels in emotional storytelling and character development similar to the seed game.
- #5 fault - milestone one
94% matchVery Positive92% of 3,231 reviews2014
Dev: ALICE IN DISSONANCE
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
fault is a series of Science Fantasy Cinematic Novels using a unique 3D Camera system for a visually immersive reading experience. Follow Selphine, the bubbly Princess and her sharp-witted Royal Guardian, Ritona, on their journey of a lifetime back to their homeland of Rughzenhaide.
Why similar: Visual Novel 49.4%, Anime 40.2%, Great Soundtrack 5.1%, Adventure 2.3%, Indie 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: This fantasy visual novel mirrors the seed game's focus on world-building and character-driven adventure.
- #6 Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,383 reviews2019
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 136.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In a world where flying through the sky is as simple as riding a bicycle, the sport "Flying Circus" is all the rage. Following the discovery of anti-gravitons, special shoes that allow an individual to fly, Anti-Graviton Shoes, took the world by storm.
Why similar: Visual Novel 50.4%, Anime 35.7%, Casual 6.8%, Adventure 4.1%, Great Soundtrack 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title features a strong narrative and engaging character interactions within a vibrant, anime-inspired world.
- #7 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
94% matchVery Positive94% of 382 reviews2017
Dev: FavoritePub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A Japanese love adventure game, as you follow the story of Kogasaka You, his hometown and a promise he made.
Why similar: Visual Novel 54%, Anime 29.8%, Casual 9.1%, Adventure 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a compelling mix of fantasy elements and romantic drama that aligns well with the seed game's tone.
- #8 CLANNAD
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,460 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 105.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date.
Why similar: Visual Novel 51%, Anime 37.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.8%, Casual 1.8%, Adventure 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: As a cornerstone of the visual novel genre, it offers the deep emotional resonance and character focus that fans of the seed game will appreciate.
- #9 Little Busters! English Edition
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,092 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Capturing the hearts of countless fans since 2007, Little Busters! is an emotional visual novel from Key, the minds behind Angel Beats! and CLANNAD. This special English release supports touch controls and dynamic switching between English and Japanese text, and is in HD for the first time on PC.
Why similar: Visual Novel 50.5%, Anime 30.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Casual 6.3%, Adventure 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the charm of a close-knit group dynamic while delivering a profound and memorable story.
- #10 An Octave Higher
91% matchVery Positive83% of 298 reviews2015
Dev: KidalangPub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Fall into the magically complicated world of Overture as the three main characters embark on an adventure that will shake their lives and the world around them. Will they fan the flames of the growing revolution, or will they be the key to extinguishing it?
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.7%, Anime 29%, Indie 9.4%, Adventure 6.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: This indie visual novel features a unique fantasy setting and political themes that resonate with the seed game's premise.
- #11 Summer Pockets
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,789 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 137.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
From the creators of Angel Beats! and CLANNAD, Key, comes their latest emotional, award-winning journey. Follow protagonist Takahara Hairi as he travels to the secluded island Torishirojima, where he rediscovers what it means to enjoy summer vacation.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.2%, Anime 26.3%, Casual 10.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Adventure 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a poignant, character-focused narrative that excels in both its soundtrack and emotional impact.
- #12 Campus Notes - forget me not.
90% matchVery Positive88% of 72 reviews2016
Dev: 4th clusterPub: Dogenzaka Lab
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A novel game set in the University of Tsukuba. Play as Yuta Kiriha and join the group "Bertha's Knights" to solve a mysterious case of being forgotten every day.
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.9%, Anime 32.4%, Indie 13.6%, Adventure 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a grounded, character-focused story that mirrors the casual dating-sim elements of the seed game.
- #13 G-senjou no Maou - The Devil on G-String
88% matchVery Positive92% of 744 reviews2015
Dev: AKABEiSOFT2Pub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
You play as Azai Kyousuke, the son of an infamous gangster. Kyousuke knows what he likes and lets nothing stand in his way in getting what he wants. Referred to as God by his classmates, he often enjoys listening to Bach and "working" part time for his stepfather.
Why similar: Visual Novel 55.1%, Anime 31.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%, Adventure 3.8%, Casual 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a high-stakes, dramatic narrative that matches the intensity of the seed game's political and personal conflicts.
- #14 STEINS;GATE
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 25,378 reviews2016
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 66.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus, STEINS;GATE was awarded Famitsu magazine's coveted annual Game of Excellence award and was voted one of the most emotionally charged “tear-inducing games” ever made, in a Famitsu poll. It is a gripping and moving Visual Novel, which has already spawned manga and anime adaptations.
Why similar: Visual Novel 51.4%, Anime 36.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%, Adventure 2.2%, Casual 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in visual novel storytelling that shares the seed game's focus on complex characters and unfolding mysteries.
- #15 Miniature Garden
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 95 reviews2017
Dev: MuzintouPub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 165.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Miniature Garden is a Japanese mystery visual novel with multiple endings and art by Korie Riko (Lump of Sugar).
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.3%, Anime 34.6%, Indie 9.3%, Casual 8.5%, Adventure 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title shares the indie, adventure-focused visual novel style and anime aesthetic of the seed game.
- #16 Season of 12 Colors
87% matchVery Positive94% of 2,049 reviews2016
Dev: 橘子班Pub: NVLMaker
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
--The way it was, Just like it is now, On a bright, bright summer day. "That's a promise, right?" The girl in a white dress said. Sunny sky. A paper plane slid across it, riding on blue winds.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.2%, Anime 24.9%, Indie 12.3%, Casual 10.4%, Adventure 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A charming indie visual novel that focuses on character relationships and emotional storytelling.
- #17 9-nine-:Episode 1
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,894 reviews2019
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 145.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 56.6%, Anime 37.6%, Casual 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a supernatural mystery wrapped in a high-quality visual novel format that feels very similar to the seed game's presentation.
- #18 Sabbat of the Witch
85% matchVery Positive93% of 2,370 reviews2018
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 295.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hoshina Shuuji has a secret: He has a mysterious power that allows him to perceive the emotions of others. However, he is soon to find out that he is not the only one who has something he doesn't want others to find out about as Ayachi Nene, a classmate, likewise has a secret.
Why similar: Visual Novel 60.1%, Anime 31%, Casual 5.4%, Adventure 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a lighthearted yet emotionally engaging romance experience that fits the dating-sim aspects of the seed game.
- #19 Rewrite+
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 669 reviews2021
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 60.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
In this city built upon the ideal coexistence of civilization and the environment, Tennouji Kotarou spends his days with his friends, Kanbe Kotori and Yoshino Haruhiko. In this peaceful city, a tumultuous event shakes the foundations of Kazamatsuri once a year.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.5%, Anime 39.5%, Casual 8.6%, Adventure 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: It blends fantasy and mystery with deep character routes, mirroring the multi-faceted storytelling of the seed game.
- #20 Katawa Shoujo
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 5,256 reviews2024
Dev: Four Leaf Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Katawa Shoujo is a romantic visual novel set in the fictional Japanese Yamaku High School for disabled children. Hisao's congenital heart defect forces him to move to a new school. Despite his difficulties, Hisao is able to find friends—and perhaps love, if he plays his cards right.
Why similar: Visual Novel 54.1%, Anime 38.6%, Casual 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A highly regarded visual novel that focuses on deep, meaningful relationships and character growth.
- #21 Cinderella Phenomenon - Otome/Visual Novel
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,111 reviews2017
Dev: Dicesuki
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The Fairytale Curse was only the beginning...
Why similar: Visual Novel 54.6%, Anime 34.9%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%, Indie 4.3%, Casual 1%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a fantasy-themed narrative with strong character routes and a focus on romantic progression.
- #22 The House in Fata Morgana
82% matchVery Positive95% of 6,041 reviews2016
Dev: NOVECTPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A gothic suspense tale set in a cursed mansion. "The House in Fata Morgana" is a full-length visual novel spanning nearly a millennium that deals in tragedy, human nature, and insanity.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.1%, Anime 31.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Indie 7.3%, Adventure 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a gothic, emotionally heavy narrative that will appeal to those who enjoyed the dramatic weight of the seed game.
- #23 The Orchard of Stray Sheep
84% matchMixed70% of 53 reviews2016
Dev: NamaagePub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Happiness is an obligation. But then, what gives one the right to be happy? A small, garden-like Academy stands alone on a secluded island. Ichirou Yamada has been transferred there to work as a teacher. He is put in charge of Casserole, a beautiful, young girl who entered the school at the same time.
Why similar: Visual Novel 58%, Anime 15.9%, Indie 12.1%, Casual 8.2%, Adventure 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a dystopian, story-rich experience that shares the indie visual novel roots of the seed game.
- #24 Harmonia
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 777 reviews2016
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 89.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
From renowned visual novel studio Key, which brought you the highly rated visual novel “planetarian~the reverie of a little planet~”, this is “Harmonia”, the latest kinetic novel in the series.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.2%, Anime 35.2%, Casual 9.2%, Adventure 7%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a touching, story-driven experience with beautiful art and a focus on emotional connection.
- #25 Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius
81% matchVery Positive92% of 2,810 reviews2014
Dev: Love in SpacePub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
As Captain Kayto Shields, embark on a galactic voyage of heroism and survival. With his home world destroyed and his nation conquered, the inexperienced Captain Shields, and his newly minted vessel, the Sunrider, are left as the only hope against a galactic evil intent on subjugating all sentient life.
Why similar: Anime 50.2%, Visual Novel 40.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.1%, Indie 4%
Why You'll Like It: It combines tactical elements with a strong anime-inspired narrative, echoing the military and fantasy themes of the seed game.
- #26 Fox Hime Zero
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,917 reviews2018
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Yan, a student of natural history, encounters a cute and mysterious girl with fox ears while conducting routine scientific research at a remote observation cabin. This might be a "blessing" for the intrepid in the golden age of geographical discovery...
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.2%, Anime 39.7%, Indie 5.5%, Casual 4.3%, Adventure 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A short, beautiful visual novel that focuses on romance and fantasy themes similar to the seed game.
- #27 Root Double -Before Crime * After Days- Xtend Edition
80% matchVery Positive90% of 592 reviews2016
Dev: YetiPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Rescue squad captain Watase Kasasagi wakes up without his memories in the middle of his most critical mission yet-- a nuclear meltdown at a research facility. In an unfamiliar place and without his years of training, he must rescue the survivors and escape...
Why similar: Visual Novel 57.2%, Anime 34.7%, Adventure 4.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A complex, choice-driven visual novel that shares the seed game's focus on high-stakes narrative progression.
- #28 Narcissu 1st & 2nd
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,225 reviews2015
Dev: stage-nanaPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%
This is a story of disease and suffering; of medication and adverse effects; of thoracotomy scars and cellular poisons; of the living who cannot help but to die and of the dying who cannot help but to live; of a resting place other than "on 7F" or "at home".
Why similar: Visual Novel 54.9%, Anime 33.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%, Indie 4.5%, Casual 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic, emotional visual novel experience that prioritizes narrative depth and a great soundtrack.
- #29 My Slow Life with the Princess Knight and Her Devoted Handmaiden
77% matchVery Positive93% of 91 reviews2023
Dev: WafflePub: Shiravune
Windows
Garland used to be a formidable adventurer... But then he was betrayed and left for dead. Now he has a reputation as the Dragon Survivor and no one left in the world he can rely on. When he brings two beautiful servants into his life to tend his wounds, will he learn to open his heart again?
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.9%, Anime 40.8%, Casual 6.8%, Adventure 5.5%
- #30 Over The Hills And Far Away
79% matchVery Positive85% of 206 reviews2015
Dev: WarGirl Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The War of 1812. Northwest Frontier. William Aubrey, a rogue redcoat of the once-glorious 41st Regiment of Foot, is on the run. Wounded and tired, he seeks shelter during a thunderstorm inside an abandoned barn. But when he gets there, he finds he’s not alone...
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.7%, Anime 17.1%, Indie 12%, Casual 11.8%, Great Soundtrack 9%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a historical, casual visual novel experience that matches the tone and pacing of the seed game.
- #31 Blood Code
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,024 reviews2015
Dev: ZiX Solutions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A story about an ordinary human girl and her romantic encounters with knights and princes. These characters may be gentle, passionate, considerate, or inhospitable. There are many character styles to suit a variety of individual player tastes.
Why similar: Visual Novel 60%, Anime 24.1%, Casual 6.2%, Indie 3.7%, Great Soundtrack 3%
- #32 A HERO AND A GARDEN
76% matchVery Positive95% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: npckc
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as a fairytale hero and help him garden, since saving the princess didn't go that well. A fantasy gardening visual novel and clicker game.
Why similar: Visual Novel 55.4%, Anime 34.4%, Indie 6%, Casual 4.2%
- #33 Tricolour Lovestory
75% matchVery Positive81% of 28,032 reviews2017
Dev: HL-GalgamePub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 48.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Time flies and never comes back. But with an incredible 1-million-word script and 100+ original CGs, this game will take you back to when you were young, simple and pure. Go and get the love of your life back, start something new, or end everything in flame, that's for you to decide!
Why similar: Visual Novel 57.5%, Anime 29.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%, Casual 4%, Indie 2.6%
- #34 BUNNY GARDEN
72% matchVery Positive93% of 1,181 reviews2024
Dev: qureate
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
This is a dating sim adventure game that takes place in a gentlemen's haven called "Bunny Garden". At "Bunny Garden", you can enjoy drinking with the adorable staff, and develop relationships. Forget about your daily stress and enjoy to your heart's content. Your choices will shape the narrative.
Why similar: Anime 44.9%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Casual 17%, Adventure 12.8%, Indie 7.6%
- #35 克莉丝的炎之信仰 Cryste: the Faith of Fire Vol.1
76% matchVery Positive89% of 296 reviews2017
Dev: SalvationPub: JingtuStudio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
In another distant world, there is a kingdom of fire. They who live under the red sky. People with different social classes. Birth with different but changeless fate. Those of nobility bring fortune and power to men, and bring hope.
Why similar: Visual Novel 48.3%, Anime 21.1%, Indie 11.7%, Casual 11.2%, Adventure 7.6%
- #36 Memory Oblivion Box
75% matchVery Positive93% of 1,107 reviews2016
Dev: DreaMoryPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
一份工作，让秦幽羽的父亲从此失踪，紧接着又是母亲的突然离去。虽然从未放弃过寻找，可是事情却毫无进展，直到那天……
Why similar: Visual Novel 48.5%, Indie 20.2%, Casual 19.3%, Adventure 12%
- #37 Your Smile Beyond Twilight:黄昏下的月台上
74% matchVery Positive94% of 599 reviews2017
Dev: Lingtan Studio
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 33.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A story about forced smiles, coming to terms with the past, and love—but most of all, redemption.
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.4%, Anime 32.4%, Indie 14.6%, Adventure 8.6%
- #38 LUST HAREM: 1001 Pleasures 💞
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 130 reviews2025
Dev: Dirty Adventures 🖤
Windows · Mac · Linux
Framed at your coronation and exiled to a fallen province, you must rebuild power, uncover desire, and forge a harem of loyalty and passion. Outsmart betrayal, seduce allies, and prove you can rule with both strength and pleasure.
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.5%, Anime 39.6%, Casual 9.7%, Adventure 7.1%
- #39 The logic of the miniature garden
73% matchVery Positive87% of 609 reviews2019
Dev: CabbitPub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 137.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Guide your adventure with beautiful girls through the mysterious campus. Adventure aside, this game also draws a vivid picture of the darkness filled inside Hakoniwa City. As a human the protagonist can't do much about it, but he has been observing. What will he see?
Why similar: Visual Novel 51.4%, Anime 32.9%, Indie 8.9%, Adventure 6.8%
- #40 不落城-Unconquered Castle
74% matchVery Positive81% of 150 reviews2018
Dev: 灰烬天国
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A Visual Novel Game. The story which happens thousand years after that "God's one day world". It's a story telling two brave girls who saved their city.
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.8%, Anime 25.5%, Indie 19%, Casual 18.7%
- #41 Love's Sweet Garnish
73% matchVery Positive93% of 772 reviews2018
Dev: Canvas+GardenPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 88.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Amidst the falling cherry blossoms, Asaki wishes to revitalize his grandmother's beloved cafe. With the appearance of Rira and Richer, two girls who wish to work at the cafe, this is the start of a bittersweet story that will intertwine them all.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.8%, Anime 41.1%, Casual 5.6%, Indie 5.5%
- #42 ChronoClock
73% matchVery Positive93% of 168 reviews2017
Dev: Purple SoftwarePub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 314.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Next in line to manage a multi-million dollar corporation is our protagonist, Rei Sawatari. He inherited one very important heirloom from his late grandfather: a single pocket watch that grants him a mysterious power— The power to go five minutes back in time.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.1%, Anime 33.8%, Casual 10.3%, Adventure 5%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%
- #43 Under One Wing
72% matchVery Positive94% of 108 reviews2019
Dev: HarmorisePub: Sol Press
Windows
Fairy Fight - A large-scale dogfight, utilizing the finest warplanes the world has ever known. Sasaki Junichi is the grandson of a legendary FF Pilot. He arrives at the student dormitory of a legendary FF academy known as Shouou Academy, only to find... every other tenant is a woman!!
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.8%, Anime 38.7%, Adventure 6.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%, Indie 6.1%
- #44 Palais de Reine
71% matchVery Positive86% of 142 reviews2020
Dev: KOGADO STUDIOPub: KOMODO
Windows
Diplomatic queen simulation + medieval fantasy romance. As the sole heiress to the late king, you must show that you have what it takes to rule the kingdom. Or perhaps you'd prefer to take one of your nobles as a consort?
Why similar: Visual Novel 56.4%, Anime 35.6%, Adventure 8.1%
- #45 Trap Legend
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 585 reviews2020
Dev: No StrikePub: Eroge Japan
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
In the beginning, Crossdressers were the sun... And Goddesses too! A story of turmoil filled romance between man and crossdresser in modern times, brought back to the forefront by the Goddesses of legend! A hymn of love for the new generation of crossdressers!
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.3%, Anime 32.7%, Casual 10.3%, Adventure 7.9%, Indie 7.1%
- #46 ISLAND
69% matchVery Positive95% of 1,748 reviews2018
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 154.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Sanzenkai Setsuna awakens on the shore of isolated island Urashima with no memories of his past. Befriending three local girls, Rinne, Karen, and Sara, Setsuna's quest to discover the secrets of Urashima and how they tie into his own past - and future - begins.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.3%, Anime 40.2%, Casual 5.2%, Adventure 4.6%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%
- #47 Frosty Kiss
70% matchVery Positive90% of 1,556 reviews2016
Dev: 2Chance Projects
Windows · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 108.9 hrs≥1hr: 30%
It's been a year since Semyon returned from "Sovyonok" and met the girls from the camp in the real world. But it's New Year at hand! And it needs to be celebrated!
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.9%, Anime 39.6%, Indie 6.3%, Casual 4.6%, Adventure 3.7%
- #48 Fell in love with the Nobility girl As a member of the rebel organization
67% matchVery Positive90% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: selenophobiaPub: 漾夕制作组
Windows
The Kingdom of Caeser is facing internal and external difficulties. As the captain of the rebel army, I met Cosgray, the daughter of the Duke who was loyal to the Kingdom of Caeser, at this time. In my interactions with her, she has become increasingly unforgettable to me.
Why similar: Anime 57.8%, Casual 15.4%, Indie 15.2%, Adventure 11.7%
- #49 Lucy -The Eternity She Wished For-
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,175 reviews2016
Dev: Modern Visual Arts Laboratory
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
If there was a robot that could laugh, cry and smile. ...Does it have a soul?
Why similar: Visual Novel 52.9%, Anime 38.4%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%, Indie 2.2%, Casual 1.9%
- #50 The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart
69% matchVery Positive91% of 365 reviews2019
Dev: TOKYOTOON
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 88.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Once upon a time, after his mother passed away, a boy called Nora felt all alone in the world. He spent every day with his unique and kind hearted friends until one fateful day, he had a chance encounter with a princess from the Netherworld.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.3%, Anime 45.2%, Adventure 7.5%
- #51 Tokyo Babel
70% matchVery Positive91% of 93 reviews2016
Dev: propellerPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
And so begins a grand epic of intertwining destinies; a tale of God, of angels, demons and humans living amongst the walls of the floating purgatory, Tokyo Babel -- a soaring bastion erected in the image of Tokyo, one of the largest cities of a world succumbed to the apocalypse.
Why similar: Visual Novel 48.3%, Anime 43.7%, Adventure 8%
- #52 An Adventurer's Gallantry
67% matchVery Positive90% of 79 reviews2023
Dev: Zetsubou
Windows · Mac · Linux
Disgraced knight-in-training Oren gets a second chance at life as an adventurer in this fantasy visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 50.4%, Anime 33.5%, Casual 11.5%, Indie 4.6%
- #53 the 9th day:第九日
69% matchVery Positive92% of 317 reviews2017
Dev: Lingtan Studio
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The story of The 9th Day, that started with the autumn fire incident, begins here…
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.7%, Anime 36.5%, Indie 15.1%, Adventure 9.8%
- #54 Song of Memories (Complete Scenario)
71% matchMixed59% of 115 reviews2018
Dev: Future Tech Lab Co.,Ltd.
Windows
A next generation romantic adventure game with a story focused on songs and ultimate decision-making. In addition to a massive scenario that takes place in an academy, this game features over 40 hours worth of voices played by an all-star cast of voice actors.
Why similar: Anime 40.5%, Visual Novel 36.1%, Casual 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Adventure 6.2%
- #55 Slow living with Princess
65% matchVery Positive88% of 612 reviews2023
Dev: KADOKAWAPub: 0UP GAMES
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Gideon Ragnason was banished from Ruti's party because he was "not strong enough." Since then, he has retired from the front lines of battle and changed his name to Red. Now, he has opened an apothecary in the frontier land of Zoltan, and hopes to live a slow and happy life there!
Why similar: Anime 100%
- #56 Wishful Journey:Love Across Time
65% matchVery Positive89% of 487 reviews2024
Dev: Hillhouse Holdings Limited
Windows
Xu yuan, who was a loser in real life traveled to an ancient palace. By transforming into the male protagonist, players will be in love with many beauties with different personalities, such as the unruly princess, the cold female assassin, embark on a love adventure that spans time and space.
Why similar: Visual Novel 100%
- #57 Leaflet Love Story
67% matchVery Positive91% of 823 reviews2018
Dev: G+工程团Pub: PeriScope Game
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 121.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A normal male engineering student who used to be successful, is now languishing at the bottom in his English classes. A pretty girl who is said to be unapproachable, and is very proud of herself. How will the romance between the two of them develop?
Why similar: Visual Novel 41%, Anime 20.2%, Casual 15.1%, Indie 13.8%, Adventure 10%
- #58 Lingering Fragrance
67% matchVery Positive92% of 596 reviews2018
Dev: BLESTWORKS
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
We walk together, play together, and do everything together. This is our last trip, our last memory. It is a short visual novel contains three story lines, after main story the other two will be unlocked. Which one is your side of story?
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.8%, Anime 32.2%, Casual 11%, Indie 10.7%, Adventure 6.2%
- #59 Crimson Imprint plus -Nonexistent Christmas-
66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,137 reviews2017
Dev: Hollowings
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 54.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
This is a story about her and him. This is also a story about meeting and parting. Perhaps it is a very simple story. It may be a very complicated story. A simple FAREWELL ...... And not a grand farewell. If you can feel the joy and sorrow we pour in, it is a great encouragement to us.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.3%, Anime 31.1%, Indie 9.1%, Casual 8%, Adventure 4.5%
